"A lot of teams are looking at Konate, Brown told Football Insider. Chelsea were one of those, but the general feeling is, if he's making mistakes at the back for Liverpool, he's going to make the same mistakes for them. They want somebody who is more solid and dependable, maybe a younger option as well."
"They believe he has made several high-profile errors this season and cannot be relied upon. It will be interesting to see if Chelsea moves on to another target. It is no secret that they need to improve defensively. They have looked mediocre at the back, and they cannot secure Champions League qualification with a leaky defence. Meanwhile, Liverpool are still hoping to agree on a new deal with the defender."
Ibrahima Konaté, 26, will be out of contract at the end of the season and has not signed an extension, attracting interest from multiple clubs. Chelsea considered signing him but have concerns after several high-profile errors this season and prefer a more solid, dependable, possibly younger defensive option. Chelsea need defensive improvement to push for Champions League qualification. Liverpool remain hopeful of agreeing a new deal with Konaté, who has been a key player despite recent struggles. Konaté is eligible to sign a pre-contract with foreign clubs as a free agent, leaving his immediate future uncertain.
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